Bidspirit auction | Richard Braithwaite 1641 Book, English

Richard Braithwaite 1641 Book, English Gentleman - Item/Description: Antique book by Richard Braithwaite 1641. The English gentleman; and The English gentlewoman: both in one volume couched, and in one modell portrayed: to the living glory of their sexe, the lasting story of their worth. Being presented to present times for ornaments; commended to posterity for presidents. With A ladies love-lecture and a supplement lately annexed, and entituled The turtles triumph. Front page engraving by William Marshall. Personal bookplate: COGNOSCE OCDASKINEM / JOHN CAMP WILLIAM. Ex Libris / Scott C. Schwarts. Red leather with marbled boards. (Loosely) a guide to what was acceptable behavior. It wasn’t a small book. As the author said in his introduction: ”I had purposed that this work should have been digested into a portable volume, to the end it might bee more familiar with a Gentleman’s pocket, not to pick it, but that hee might picke some good from it: But since the Volume would not beare it, you must with patience beare with it, and with more trouble beare it, by inlarging your pocket to contain it.” Material: Paper, leather Dimensions: Length: 7 1/4”; Width: 10 3/4” Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, discoloration, foxing. Age: 1641 Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $18 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.